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NBA Fines Anthony Edwards $50K for Vulgar Fan Interaction During Playoffs

The Timberwolves star remains eligible for Game 2 despite leading the league in fines this season, totaling over $514,000.

Apr 19, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) drives past Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images/File photo
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Overview

  • Anthony Edwards was fined $50,000 by the NBA for directing inappropriate language and making an obscene gesture toward a fan during Game 1 of the Western Conference Playoffs.
  • The incident occurred on April 19, 2025, with 4:33 remaining in the third quarter of the Timberwolves' 117-95 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
  • Edwards, defending teammate Rudy Gobert from heckling about his contract, responded to a fan with a lewd comment and gesture, captured on video.
  • This fine brings Edwards' total for the 2024–25 season to approximately $514,000, the highest in the league, including penalties for technical fouls and misconduct.
  • Despite the fine, Edwards is not suspended and is cleared to play in Game 2 as the Timberwolves aim to advance in the playoffs.